Rid-a-Bug Exterminating Blog
Even if you don’t love winter, it does offer a nice little break from our unofficial fifth season: Mosquito Season. Ahh, enjoy! But does cold weather really mean fewer bugs and creepy crawlies? Does it really kill pests?
People look for signs about everything. Whether it’s searching the stars for answers to questions about big decisions in life, reading horoscopes in the paper, or simply navigating roads and highways, we rely on signs to tell us where to go and what to do.
We also pay attention to signs something bad is going to happen. A bad sign could be the change in wind patterns that indicate a storm is rolling in, or noises your vehicle makes when it needs maintenance and attention. Good or bad, certain signs beckon us to pay attention and keep our guard up.
When it comes to pest infestations, many insects are tiny and difficult to see with the naked eye. Some hide in the darkest and deepest corners of your home for years and can go virtually unnoticed. However, even the sneakiest pests often provide signs of their presence.
More and more of us want to live more sustainable, environmentally-responsible lives, and this is a commendable goal! When it comes to pest control, what does this look like? Integrated pest management is an eco-conscious approach that uses our knowledge of pest life cycles, as well as their habits of interacting with their environment, to safely and effectively manage these problem populations. It minimizes environmental impact and the hazard to people and property. Want to learn more about IPM? You’re in luck.
It is cold here in western North Carolina and southwest Virginia. We have already dealt with rounds of snow and ice, and the disruptions that come with winter weather. There is still a long way to go before spring.
You might be thinking, at least winter kills all the begs, creepy-crawlies, and insects; however, in our area, pests can persist at your home or business all year long. It is a myth that bugs all die or hide when the temperature drops below freezing. There are some that take the winter off, like mosquitoes, but there are others that either take their place or come out specifically for the cooler temperatures. In this article, we are helping you identify common winter pests, and helping you know what you can do to get them out of your hair.